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Vinony

sanitation

noun

  1. sewage disposal and other processes for maintaining public health
  2. literally and figuratively make clean and fit for public consumption
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Pronunciation: /ˌsænɪˈteɪʃən/

noun

Etymology: From sanitary + -ation.

  1. The hygienic disposal or recycling of waste.

    “To lovers of Victoriana it will not be necessary to enlarge on the original beauty of many [old stations], but to the modern traveller romantic nostalgia will not compensate for bleak, draughty waiting rooms, ancient sanitation, uncomfortable grimy seats and gas lighting; he is likely to prefer the comforts of a modern car on a winter's morning.”

  2. The policy and practice of protecting health through hygienic measures.